301 Richard Road, Forked River, NJ, 08731
About This Home
Wake up to stunning water views from this spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath waterfront home in the heart of Forked River. Grand windows fill the open living spaces with natural light while showcasing the beauty of lagoon living. Features include a versatile loft/office space, laundry room, two attics, and abundant storage throughout. The primary suite offers French doors leading to a private deck where you can enjoy spectacular sunrises over the water. Outside, enjoy two docks, a well-maintained bulkhead, and ample parking for cars, RVs, and boats. Conveniently located within walking distance to shopping and just a short boat ride to local dock-and-dine restaurants and tiki bars. Minutes from Bayfront Park playgrounds, and all the best of Jersey Shore waterfront living.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr,Recessed Lighting
- Window features: Thermal Window
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Other
- Attic: Attic,Pull Down Stairs
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air,2 Zoned Heat
- Cooling features: Central Air,2 Zoned AC
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,334
- Total interior livable area: 2,334 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1300219000000051
- Zoning description: Residential
- Exclusions: Personal property
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Bulkhead,Lagoon
Lot
- Lot size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 115
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,None
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,539 | $42,468 |
| Home Insurance * | $273 | $3,276 |
| Property Taxes | $1,257 | $15,084 |
| Electricity | $257 | $3,087 |
| Total | $5,326 | $63,912 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-11 | Listed for sale | $699,900 |
| 2026-07-10 | Listing removed | $724,900 |
| 2026-06-13 | Listed for sale | $724,900 |
| 2007-05-24 | Sold | $375,000 |
| 2000-07-21 | Sold | $164,000 |
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